1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 22 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Caravan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |