1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1994 Ford Versailles is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Versailles 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, 1994 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GSA | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
