1975 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cedric 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 460 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 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
