1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 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 Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Citroen LN | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | LN |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |