1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 21 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 52 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
