1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 26 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Seville | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
