1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | GSA | 440 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
