1977 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 635 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
