1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 642 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
