1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
