1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis 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 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Daihatsu Altis | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Altis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |