1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 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 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Seville | 900 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |