1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Journey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
