1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 197 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 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | CTS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |