1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR

To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 29 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.

Because 2009 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Cadillac Seville 2009 Cadillac XLR
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Seville XLR
Year Released 1980 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 123 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6450 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 423 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1722 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 68 L


 

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