1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
