1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 698 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | GS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |