1974 Citroen GS vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 82 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
