1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 437 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. 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 Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | CX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |