1974 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 11 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
