1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 195 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
