1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | C3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
