1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | C5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |