1979 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | Xsara |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |