1971 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1056 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 180 L |
