1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 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 15 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 306 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
