2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 681 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
