1972 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 496 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
