1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1021 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Camry |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |