1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | CX | Alero |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |