1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Seville | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
