1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 17 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 146 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Seville | Frontera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |