1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 548 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 1969 Nissan Skyline. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
