1973 Citroen GS vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1063 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | GS | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
