1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 637 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | C2 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 41 L |