1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 124 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.

Because 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 2005 Cadillac CTS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Seville CTS
Year Released 1981 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 123 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1794 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2890 mm


 

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