1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 264 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | CX | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
