1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Astra 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 218 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 918 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1986 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Seville | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
