1974 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Because 1979 Chrysler Avenger 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 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
