2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 837 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C4 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
