1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 680 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 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | GSA | Continental |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
