1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 768 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 1996 Cadillac Catera 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 1996 Cadillac Catera. 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
