1977 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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 Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | CX |
Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |