1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 636 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | C3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
