2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 867 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (183 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 91 L |
