1972 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1018 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 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 2010 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
