1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Seville | Commander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |