1973 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 757 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | GS | VIP |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
