1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Calais | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
