1974 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 370 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.
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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
