1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 504 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Bora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
