1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Express |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |