1984 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | BX | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3009 mm |