1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 1943 Citroen 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 15 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2820 mm |
