1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 572 kg more than 1983 Saab 900. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
