1974 Citroen GS vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1983 Nissan Stanza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1983 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
