1980 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1969 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1969 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Estate | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
