1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 822 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | CX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
