1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 782 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3580 mm |
