1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 892 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | AX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
