1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Calais | CX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
