1974 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 246 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 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
