1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |