1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1987 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
