1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 396 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Subaru XT | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | XT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |