1990 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
