1971 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 34 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 930 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
