1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 16 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 35 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra 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 | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
