1974 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 548 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, 1999 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
