1978 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | CX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
