1974 Citroen GS vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 378 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, 2003 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | GS | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
