1985 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 441 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | CX | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3230 mm |