1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | C5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |