1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 495 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GSA | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
