1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 722 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | GS | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
