1975 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 552 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Frontier |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |