1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 626 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | CX | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3009 mm |