1973 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 36 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1492 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
