1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 406 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
