1976 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 720 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 1998 Holden Commodore 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 1998 Holden Commodore. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | GS | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
