1972 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 700 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1590 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 |
