1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 523 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Seville | Patriot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 270 mm |