1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
