1975 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 517 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | GS | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
