1971 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1154 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
