1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |