1974 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 673 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | GS | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |
