1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1993 Buick LeSabre 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. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | CX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3100 mm |
