1974 Citroen GS vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1010 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 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
