2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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 Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Axel has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Axel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Axel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
