1989 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1983 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | CX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
