1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
