1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 12 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Montero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
