1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 965 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2300 mm |
