1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser 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 205 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 948 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Laser 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 | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
