1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 29 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 397 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.
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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Explorer |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |