2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
