1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Vectra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |