1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 189 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | GSA | Neon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |