2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C3 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
