1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1058 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GS | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
