1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | 98 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
