1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 690 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 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | GSA | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
