1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 465 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
