2005 Acura RL vs. 1983 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1983 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
