1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 558 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Granada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |