1977 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1121 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | GS | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
