1988 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | C3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
