1971 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 40 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | GS | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
