1977 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Citroen C8

To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Buick Estate 2010 Citroen C8
Make Buick Citroen
Model Estate C8
Year Released 1977 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm


 

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