1977 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 860 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 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 1989 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
