1971 Citroen GS vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
