1989 Buick Estate vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX 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 75 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 1979 Citroen CX, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX 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 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | CX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |