1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 27 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 940 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | GSA | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
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 | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |