1974 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
