1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 31 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 460 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Seville | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
