1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 538 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 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GSA | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
