1976 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 271 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | CX | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |