2009 Acura RL vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 36 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 56 L |
