1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 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 Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | CX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
