1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Cutlass | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
