1977 Citroen GS vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 11 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 70 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | GS | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
