1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Seville | xD |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |