2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 856 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
