1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 47 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra 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 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
