1972 Citroen SM vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | SM | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
