1974 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 320 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 306 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
