1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 14 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Trans Am |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |