1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2005 Eagle Talon 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 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.
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, 2005 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2005 Eagle Talon 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.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
Model | Seville | Talon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |