1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |