1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 439 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
