1974 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,588 cc, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
