1988 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | CX | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
