1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1000 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GSA | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
