1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 1995 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Seville | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |