1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Roadmaster | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
