1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | CX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
