1976 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1175 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Citroen GS 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Citroen Honda
Model GS Ridgeline
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1015 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 72 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1808 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 83 L


 

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