1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 924 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 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
