1973 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 25 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 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 230 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GS | Alero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
