1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 895 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | C 15 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |