1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 5 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Drover |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |