1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 23 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 58 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.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
