1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Caprice |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |