1959 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
