2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 820 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 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | SRX | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |
