1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 539 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
