1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |