2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C5 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
