1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 11 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
