1971 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 27 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 660 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
