1974 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Mark II |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |