1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 526 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GSA | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
