1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GSA | Defender |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |