1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 21 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
