1974 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 462 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Sienna |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |