1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Outback |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |