1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1386 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Expedition |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 106 L |