2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1318 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
