1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 940 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
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1980 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | GL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |