1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | BX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 77 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 | 2230 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
