1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 14 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |