1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 9 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Magna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
