1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | C3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
