1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa 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 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Corsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 125 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |