1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 48 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
