1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 484 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | ML |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
