1968 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | DS | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |