1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 390 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 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GSA | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
