1974 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
