1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Citroen C4
To start off, 2003 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
