1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 15 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
