1974 Citroen GS vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 29 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 690 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 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
