2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry 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 211 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 756 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
