1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 14 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 66 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 ZAZ Slavuta has manual transmission. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta 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 | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZAZ |
| Model | Seville | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
