1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 539 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
