1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | Seville |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |