1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 779 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Citroen Xantia 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Citroen Oldsmobile
Model Xantia Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1993 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1236 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2950 mm