1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 29 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2824 mm |
