1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 334 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | DS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
