2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 962 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | C 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |