2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 371 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1975 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Avalanche | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
