1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 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) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
