1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 27 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Seville | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
