1974 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
