1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 440 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Durango |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |