1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Borrego |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 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 Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |