1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 59 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Toronado | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
