2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 36 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
