1975 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 580 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 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
