1979 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 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, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 614 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C3, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | C3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |