1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 10 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 110 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1989 Citroen XM, 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) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (116 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | XM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
