1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1299 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 Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
