1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
