1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 16 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, 2005 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS.
Because 2005 Lexus IS 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 2005 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | IS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |