1979 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1985 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | CX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |