1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Fleetwood | CX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |