1970 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS 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 61 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
