1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 980 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GSA | Explorer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |