1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Lancer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |