1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 196 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Park Avenue | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
