1975 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 512 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
