1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 470 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.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
