1989 Buick Estate vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 560 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | 15 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |