1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 19 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 995 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 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | GSA | Bravada |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |