1973 Citroen SM vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (233 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1973 Citroen SM has manual transmission. 1973 Citroen SM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | SM | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
