1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 32 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | GSA | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
