1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (392 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
