2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. 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 Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | GSA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
