1976 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
