1971 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 1996 Acura RL is newer by 25 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | GS | RL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
