1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
