2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 642 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C3 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |