1973 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 365 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 1994 Ford Falcon 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 1994 Ford Falcon. 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Falcon |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |