1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
