1977 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1048 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Quest |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
