2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 664 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
