1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 22 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, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | TL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
