1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 198 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xantia | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
