1974 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1290 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.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |