1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 775 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Cadillac Seville 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Land Cruiser
Year Released 1981 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 123 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 434 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 2445 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2860 mm