1979 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | Xsara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1239 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |