1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1642 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Citroen GS 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model GS Range Rover
Year Released 1974 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 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 87 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Top Speed 148 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 942 kg 2584 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4973 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 104 L


 

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