1974 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 32 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 425 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
