1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Seville | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
