1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
