1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
