1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 350 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.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Seville | SRX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
