1988 Buick Electra vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3100 mm |
