1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | 300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |