1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 1971 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |
