1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 718 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
