1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. 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 LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Ami |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
