1974 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Volvo 440 is newer by 16 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 440 weights approximately 102 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, 1990 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | GS | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
