1974 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 930 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 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |