1971 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 710 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 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
