1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3230 mm |
