1984 Buick Estate vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1984 Buick Estate is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Estate | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
