1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Caprice | GS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |