1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
