1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | SLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
