1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 705 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 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GSA | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
