1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1608 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 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |
