1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 398 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Lagonda | Seville |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
