1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 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 41 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera 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 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Primera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
