1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 800 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
