1974 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
Because 1985 Skoda L 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 1985 Skoda L. 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, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GS | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
