2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C-Airdream | Toronado |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |