1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
