1999 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 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 Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | CX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
