1982 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 26 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6.
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, 2008 Citroen C6, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | C6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |