1989 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 615 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
