1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 21 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 71 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Galaxy 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.
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1983 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |