1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 22 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | FXS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
