1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado 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 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1060 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
