1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 22 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Saturn Vue.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2003 Saturn Vue 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 | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Seville | Vue |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |