1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
