2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 727 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | GS |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |