1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 13 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, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Stratus has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Stratus 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 | 1994 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Stratus |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |