1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1976 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Riviera | Xsara |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |