1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 91 L |
