1974 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 19 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 563 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
