1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 22 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 264 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | GS | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |