1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Prius |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |