1974 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 625 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 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
