1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 TVR Tamora 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 2005 TVR Tamora. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tamora 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 | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
