1973 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
