1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
Model | Achieva | C4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |