1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 21 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4080 mm |