1977 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1977 Citroen GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 850 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.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GS | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
