2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 930 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 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |