1977 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 662 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
