1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 153 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 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Seville | EX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
