2008 Acura TL vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 616 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | Seville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |