1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1591 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Excursion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |