1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 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 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 604 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |