1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 14 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 415 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 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | CX | Bravada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |