2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Enclave | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
