2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Caprice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |