1974 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 683 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 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
