1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 184 kg more than 1948 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | 15 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |