1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1987 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GSA | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |