1974 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 298 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.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |