1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | DS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
