2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C5 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |