1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
