1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 17 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, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
Because 2005 Holden UTE 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 2005 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Holden UTE | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | UTE |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |