1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Seville | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
