1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus 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 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Focus |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |