2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus 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 199 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 406 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
