1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 874 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
