1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 946 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | GSA | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
