1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 1957 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Record |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
