1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Citroen C
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 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 216 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Citroen C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
