1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 391 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | CX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |