1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 27 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, 2013 Chrysler 200 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 23 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.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2765 mm |
