1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 19 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, 1999 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Sebring 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 | 1999 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
