1969 Buick GS vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | GS | CX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
