1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 31 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Because 2011 Cadillac STS 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 2011 Cadillac STS. 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | STS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |