1977 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1133 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 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 | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
