1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 703 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 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 195 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
