1974 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | GS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
