1974 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
