1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 111 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.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Raider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
