1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Seville | Discovery |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 93 L |