1971 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 31 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1030 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | GS | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
