1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 18 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 782 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | GSA | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |