1977 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen GS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla 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 1982 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Citroen GS | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |