1976 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 30 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1100 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 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Citroen GS 2006 Honda Odyssey
Make Citroen Honda
Model GS Odyssey
Year Released 1976 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1015 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 72 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 79 L