1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 497 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
