2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Citroen GS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1977 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rainier | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
