1974 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 38 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
