1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 7 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 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Cadillac Seville 2006 Jeep Commander
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model Seville Commander
Year Released 1980 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6030 cc 4703 cc
Horse Power 143 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2790 mm