1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | Seville | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
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 | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |