1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
