1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Citroen C3
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 636 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
