1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 904 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.
Because 1995 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | GSA | GS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
