1974 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 478 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 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | GS | Breeze |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |