2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
