1973 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 26 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
