1972 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 610 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 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
