1974 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 820 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 1999 Lincoln LS 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 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | GS | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
