1977 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | C4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |