1984 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | DS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |