1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 66 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | GS | Vitara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |