1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Chrysler Laser
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Laser (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 389 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Laser.
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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Laser. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Chrysler Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Laser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
