1988 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1983 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Seville |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |