2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 697 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | GSA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
