1974 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1578 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 96 L |