1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 20 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Impala |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
