1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 877 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | Sharan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 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 | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |