1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper 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 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Cadillac | Mini |
Model | Seville | Cooper |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |