1973 Citroen GS vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 27 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 370 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 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
