1974 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 11 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 340 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, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | GS | 25 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 73 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |