1985 Citroen GSA vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, both 1985 Citroen GSA and 1985 Porsche 930 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1985 Citroen GSA. (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1985 Citroen GSA | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GSA | 930 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
