2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C2 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 91 L |
