1976 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
