1974 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 443 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 1998 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Serena 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 | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Serena |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |