2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 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 199 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 812 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Seville | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
