1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
