1994 Citroen XM vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 452 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Vista 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 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XM | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
