1987 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 112 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
