1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 925 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 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | GSA | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |