2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1987 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1987 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
