2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 27 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 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
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, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | ESX 3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
