1973 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Sunny |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |