1971 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 46 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
