1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |