1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 25 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera 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 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Primera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
