1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 116 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.
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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GSA | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
