1975 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 541 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
