2009 Acura TL vs. 1986 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL 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 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1986 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |