1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 33 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Focus |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |