1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 601 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 2004 GMC Envoy 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 2004 GMC Envoy. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |
