1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | 15 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |