1978 Buick Century vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Century | C5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3788 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |