1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 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 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 907.
Because 2004 Peugeot 907 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Peugeot 907. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 907 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 907 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 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 907 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
