1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Cadillac Seville 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Land Cruiser
Year Released 1988 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4473 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 153 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm


 

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