1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Seville | T700 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
