1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 828 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Ascona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |