1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Axel has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Axel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Axel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
