1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1555 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 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | GS | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
