1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 2009 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | LS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |