1974 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Because 1989 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
