1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |