1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1070 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GSA | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
