1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1979 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | CX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
