2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 27 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 980 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Voyager | GSA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
