1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Outlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |