1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 6 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, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
Because 1987 TVR Type S 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 1987 TVR Type S. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 TVR Type S has manual transmission. 1987 TVR Type S 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 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Type S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2300 mm |
