1984 Buick Estate vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Buick Estate is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX 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 120 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 995 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1983 Citroen BX, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX 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 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | BX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |