1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 319 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 Lincoln MKX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Seville | MKX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2824 mm |
