1979 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
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, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | C4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
