1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | GSA | LR2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |