2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chrysler New Yorker 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 194 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 632 kg more than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
