1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 358 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 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Tundra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |