1971 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 239 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
