1982 Buick Electra vs. 1977 Citroen GS
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 800 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Citroen GS, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1977 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | GS |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |