1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
