1977 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Citroen GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
