1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 995 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 |
