1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 17 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 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 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Seville | 75 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
