2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 752 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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 Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
