1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 386 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1985 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
