1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 873 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
