1974 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
