1971 Buick GS vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 497 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | GS | BX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
