1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | GSA | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
