1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 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), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1026 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Park Avenue | Ami |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
