2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |
