1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Seville | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
