1987 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | CX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
