1973 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 34 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS.
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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
