1969 Buick GS vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 30 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 151 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 804 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | GS | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
