1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 104 has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot 104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 104 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
