1975 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 180 L |
