2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 371 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
