1976 Citroen GS vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
