1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
