2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina 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 207 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 872 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |