2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 464 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | CX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |