1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 17 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 Lincoln LS 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 2001 Lincoln LS. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | LS |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |