1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | C6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |