1990 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 973 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
