2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 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 71 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C1 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
