2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 728 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |