1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 414 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | G |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
