1972 Citroen GS vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
