1976 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Cressida 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 1982 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1982 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
