1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville 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 80 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Saturn SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Seville | SC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |