1974 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 36 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 270 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 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Duster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2673 mm |
