1976 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 29 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1096 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 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen GS | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | GS | Trooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |