1974 Citroen GS vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 453 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Solara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
