1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | GS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
