1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 16 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark.
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 Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | CX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
