1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
