1975 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1220 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
