1976 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 10 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
