1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Highlander |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |