1980 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, 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 Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Estate | C3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
