1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Citroen BX
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX, 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | BX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
