1974 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 554 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
