1985 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, both 1985 Citroen BX and 1985 Buick Century were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Century (110 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
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 Century (197 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 1985 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | BX | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2664 mm |
