1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 32 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 182 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |