1972 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 500 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 1998 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Laurel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |