1980 Buick Electra vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1977 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | CX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |