1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1544 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |