1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 375 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Sienna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |