1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 640 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |
