1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster 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 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Seville | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
