1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Seville | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2774 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| 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 | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
