1971 Citroen GS vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 440 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
