1959 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 24 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 384 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.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | DS | Toronado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 278 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |