1981 Citroen GSA vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Citroen GSA. (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1981 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen GSA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen GSA | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | GSA | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
