1975 Citroen GS vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | GS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3300 mm |
