1994 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Park Avenue | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | C1 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |