1974 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 23 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 508 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 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GS | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |