2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Enclave | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |