1982 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Citroen C2
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2000 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | C2 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |