2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
