1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 425 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | GSA | Vectra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |