1976 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | CX | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |