1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 22 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4150 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 | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |