1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | BX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
