1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 852 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GSA | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2919 mm |
