1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 628 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
