1974 Citroen GS vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 190 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 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
