1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 19 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Maxima |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |