1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | GS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2570 mm |
