2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1982 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1982 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rendezvous | Seville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4079 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |