1973 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1538 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
