1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 269 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
