1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 508 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2817 mm |
