1974 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 82 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
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 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Sunny |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |