1975 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 638 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
