1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 33 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 534 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | ILX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
