1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 153 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | Xantia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |