1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 1984 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
