2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C5 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |