1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Outlander |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |