1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 984 kg more than 1993 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 65 L |
