1989 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 733 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XM | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
