1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 19 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 03-Sep 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.
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1984 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Seville | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |