1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Vectra weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen GSA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GSA | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
