1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 664 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.
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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
