1974 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | GS | 740 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |