1975 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 23 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 590 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | GS | C70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
