1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 6 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 79 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 950 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Seville | Nova |
Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |