2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 657 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
