1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 832 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 1987 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | LN |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2240 mm |
