1977 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 464 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
