1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Vanette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2080 mm |