1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 735 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15, 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 LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | C 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |