1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
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, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
