1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 33 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1136 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |