1974 Citroen GS vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 27 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
