1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Murano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |