1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GSA | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
