1973 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 1986 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 626 (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626.
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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
