1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 11 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 485 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | GSA | Voyager |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |