1975 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 19 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 450 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Venture |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |