1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Ami |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
