1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 134 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 391 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Spirit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |