1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel

To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 574 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac Seville 1999 Citroen Pluriel
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model Seville Pluriel
Year Released 1990 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4472 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 74.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2450 mm


 

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