1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Mirada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |