1976 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1550 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen GS | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |