1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 27 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 498 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Seville | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 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 | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3020 mm |
