1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 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 196 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 666 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Riviera | Xantia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |