1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 685 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 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | Navigator |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |