2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 31 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 930 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 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 56 L |
