1974 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
