2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1985 Citroen C
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1985 Citroen C | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Enclave | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
