1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 15 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 59 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
