1973 Citroen GS vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
