2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |