1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
