1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Murano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
