1976 Buick Estate vs. 1985 Citroen GSA
To start off, 1985 Citroen GSA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Citroen GSA. (56 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen GSA, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1985 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Estate | GSA |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
