1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 837 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |
