1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Toyota Model F

To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 101 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Toyota Model F 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 1989 Toyota Model F. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac Seville 1989 Toyota Model F
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Model F
Year Released 1990 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4472 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2240 mm


 

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