1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 17 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 93 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 980 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. 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, 1987 Citroen BX, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | BX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
