1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 28 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 452 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3020 mm |
