1985 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Seville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
