1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Citroen C8

To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.

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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 2007 Citroen C8
Make Oldsmobile Citroen
Model Toronado C8
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm


 

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