1973 Citroen GS vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 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), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Carina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
