1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 955 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen C 15 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Citroen Oldsmobile
Model C 15 Cutlass
Year Released 1990 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 7462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 502 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2850 mm


 

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