1974 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 423 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
