1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1953 Nissan Sports

To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 920 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Cadillac Seville 1953 Nissan Sports
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Seville Sports
Year Released 1981 1953
Engine Size 4129 cc 860 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 49 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3520 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2160 mm


 

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