1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
