1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 332 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | Town Car |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |