1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
