2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 153 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seville | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |